Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Boise

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Boise? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Chandlers Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (5467)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Boise

About the restaurant

Chandler’s is a locally-owned, upscale dinner house specializing in prime steaks and jet-fresh seafood located in Hotel 43 in beautiful downtown Boise. Enjoy a craft cocktail, including the famous Ten Minute Martini, or a glass from our award-winning wine list. Featuring live jazz every night and complimentary valet parking. Chandlers is the recipient of the DiRona award which recognizes distinguished restaurants of North America and is the Treasure Valley's only Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Restaurant. The wine list features over 700 selections and 30 wines by the glass, and we have been recognized by Wine Spectator for our wine list every year, including four consecutive years earning the Best Award of Excellence.
***Construction Update***
Road work has resumed, restricting access to Chandlers from Grove and 10th. We will continue to provide complimentary valet service, accessible via 10th from Front St. The Parking Garage will remain open if you prefer to self park.

Top review

Ehitare

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing!! Amazing food, amazing service and attention by staff, just perfect. Best experience ever.

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Popular dish

classic chocolate soufflé

Vintage 61 Wine Bar & Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (355)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Meridian

About the restaurant

We will be open Easter Sunday April 20th from 230pm with last seating at 600 pm. Make your reservations now for a Special Day and menu.

We now feature Black Canyon Ranch Elk and Brown Family Bison.

Wednesday & Thursday nights we offer Wine and Food Pairings that change each week. Please follow us on Instagram/Facebook for details.
Music inside on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday nights 630-830 pm. Please check out the Events page on our Website for specific performers.
Happy Hour Tuesday-Saturday---first hour and 1/2 we are open.
Dinner is served from 430 pm until 8pm Tuesday-Thursday and until 9pm Friday and Saturday. Beverages are available until closing time or when the last person is "kicked out".

If you would like to make a reservation for 6 + please call the restaurant.
Not recommended for children under 12. Please call the restaurant to discuss.

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Dan

Dined 5 days ago

Great food and we appreciate the posting of GF and no seed oils used in the menu. The food was excellent and the owners are great. It did take a little more time than we thought reasonable to bring out some items. We’re definitely going to come back

Anderson Reserve

4.7

4.7 (1552)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Boise

About the restaurant

Here at Anderson Reserve you can expect a unique one of a kind dining experience. Located inside a beautiful barn in Sweet Idaho you'll experience Fine Country Dining at its best. Built and managed by a family of butchers, the Anderson family is dedicated to continuing the family tradition of providing the highest quality of USDA Prime Dry Aged meats available. Come experience the most flavorful menu in Idaho paired with some of the finest wines and beers from Idaho and around the globe. Follow us on social media for menu and live music updates!

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Melanie

Dined 2 days ago

The food was delicious and the ambience was fantastic. We sat outside just because of the view…very relaxing. Music was background only… not loud at all so that is a big plus with us. Service was great and our server was attentive.

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Popular dish

Andersons Wedge Salad

Popular dish

Glazed Brussel Sprouts

Popular dish

USDA Prime Filet Mignon

Bacquet's Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (51)

$31 to $50

European

Eagle

About the restaurant

Chef Franck Bacquet of Lille, France is a veteran in the kitchen. Along with his wife, Michele, they invite you into their home to enjoy their favorite European dishes in this warm and inviting atmosphere. What they have created is a complete dining experience, reminiscent of being in Paris. Enjoy fine art and even finer cuisine, served by the most professional service staff that could exist in America. Have a Chef or Michele browse the wine library and select a bottle or glass to accompany your meal. Bacquet's serves an entire experience, so much more than just a meal.

**For reservations over 6 or for special requests and accommodations, please call the restaurant at 208.577.6238.**

Boise Weekly's 2024 Best Chef, Franck Bacquet
Established 2018

Top review

Jim

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent restaurant for food quality, ambiance and service. My recommendation is to add more California wines to the wine closet. French wines can be great, but so are California wines.

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Acero Boards & Bottles

4.7

4.7 (309)

$30 and under

Italian

Boise

About the restaurant

Acero Bottles & Boards is now open!
Whether you're looking for your new favorite lunch spot, a special date night, or the best happy hour in town, Acero has you covered. Our specialities include our unique bruschetta boards, upscale flatbreads, and broad selection of craft cocktails, unique wines, and crisp draft beer. WIth a large selection of quality, shareable plates, there is something on the menu for everyone to enjoy.

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Renee

Dined on Apr 23, 2025

We made reservations at Acero for a retirement celebration. We had amazing service throughout the afternoon, and the food was top notch. To top it off they even came out with a special dessert to celebrate our co-worker's retirement. I will continue to come back to Acero!

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lock stock and barrel

4.6

4.6 (2029)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Boise

About the restaurant

Established in 1977. Known for fantastic Prime rib and steaks. All steaks aged and hand carved in house. Meals are all inclusive with your choice of sides and salads including the Soup & Salad bar. Full bar and extensive wine list.

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Peter

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Very nice we shared a rib eye and it was excellent

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Popular dish

Dry Aged New York Strip

House of the Little Pig

4.6

4.6 (55)

$30 and under

International

Downtown

About the restaurant

*Mother's Day Brunch 5/11/25* 11:30am - 2:00pm
Celebrate the moms, grandmas, and mother figures in your life with a brunch that’s as special as they are! We’re serving up a one-day-only menu that strikes the perfect balance between sweet indulgence and savory satisfaction—because moms deserve it all. Seating times are available from 11:30am - 2:00pm. Reservations are encouraged!
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Named after the Pompeiian fresco, House of the Little Pig is a modern take on Mediterranean cuisine served family style in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Featuring options like vegan charred cauliflower and house cured meats touched by fire on our Josper Grill, alongside silky smooth cocktails and soft serve ice cream that takes you to Italy, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

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Monique

Dined 5 days ago

Loved everything about our experience. We had an amazing server, which only added to the experience.

Tiner's Alley

4.4

4.4 (20)

$30 and under

Pub

Boise

About the restaurant

On the back alley of the hotel, beyond the sparkle of the Avery restaurant, the more adventurous can imbibe against the backdrop of Boise’s oldest Brunswick bar at Tiner’s Alley. From happy hour to late-night, warm up with a game of pool by the fireplace and enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and a menu of elevated English pub favorites. Valet is service is available for $10 flat fee, per car.

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BrittneyVIP

Dined on Feb 14, 2025

The crispy Brussels sprouts are the best in town in my opinion. They drink menu is the same as the Avery and I’m not mad about it. Will be coming back for sure.

Pig Latin - Eagle

4.3

4.3 (174)

$31 to $50

Latin American

Eagle

About the restaurant

Born from a shared love of margaritas and a belief that tacos always make sense. Pig Latin is equal parts exploration and discovery. You'll experience both familiar and new flavors that all lead back to rich Latin culture interpreted by curious American travelers.

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TamiVIP

Dined on Apr 24, 2025

Everything was great except, the steak filet was no longer on the menu and that was the reason we were going there to eat. Otherwise good!

Kona Grill - Boise

3.5

3.5 (2281)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Meridian

About the restaurant

Welcome to Kona Grill in The Village at Meridian.
Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

Top review

Haley

Dined 4 days ago

Dinner at Kona Grill was great. The food was excellent and management was very welcoming. Everything came out at the perfect time. We went on a date night and I never felt rushed or like I was sitting for too long. It was great! The chocolate brownie and ice cream is my favorite dessert! The potstickers were good and the sushi was excellent. Over a really great experience !

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Experience

Taste of Kona: 3-Course Prix Fixe Menu

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